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Raising one or more children can be a costly business. Even though a recent survey found Arkansas to be the second cheapest state to do so, it still comes in at an average $17,424 a year for one child. For parents who are not together, child support can play a big...
Co-parenting after separation or divorce can be an emotionally charged experience. It’s natural for any parent to want to feel equally loved, chosen and preferred by their children. But what happens when your child seems to lean more toward the other parent, asking...
Child custody cases can be stressful for everyone involved. The family courts in Arkansas aim to make decisions that are in the best interests of the child. However, some situations can make custody arrangements more complicated. Below are a few common challenges...
Maintaining respectful communication isn’t always an easy task when it comes to co-parenting with one’s ex. Thankfully, if you and your child’s other parent are determined to make your relationship work for your child’s sake, there are things you can do to improve...
When divorced or separated parents live in different states, managing parenting time is inherently challenging. If one parent resides in Arkansas and the other in a neighboring state, careful planning is necessary to better ensure that the affected child maintains a...
On a weekly basis, the child custody schedule that you set up during a divorce may be fairly consistent. For instance, perhaps you and your ex are going to share custody. You live relatively close to one another, so the easiest way to do it is to exchange the children...
Divorce can be a difficult process for all parties involved, and when children are part of the equation, the situation can become even more complex. For stepparents, one of the most emotionally challenging aspects of divorce is determining whether they will continue...
In some divorce cases in Arkansas, both parents can agree on how to divide custody. As long as it’s legal, the court can sign off on their parenting arrangement. However, there are many cases where parents can’t agree. What they want may be impossible, such as when...
If you are worried about your child's safety or the other parent's ability to provide a stable home or other important issues, getting sole custody could help you better provide for your child. However, this process needs a lot of thought and planning. What steps...
Some divorced parents seem to forget about the impact their behavior toward their ex can have on the children they share. Some of these people could best be described as full-on narcissists who will be willing to make things difficult for their ex no matter the cost,...